Bid management

Bid Manager

Wates are seeking a talented Bid Manager to join our dynamic team. As a key part of the Pre-Construction Team, you will be responsible for managing the entire bid process, ensuring that proposals are well-organized, professional, and competitive. If you are passionate about the construction industry with proven skills and looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join us and help to create tomorrow together. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team. ABOUT THE ROLE Our Bid Managers are a valuable part of our business, and you will work closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and consultants to secure contracts that align with Wates' vision and business objectives. AS OUR BID MANAGER YOU WILL: Manage and coordinate the end-to-end bid process, including PQQs, ITTs, and tender submissions. Develop win strategies and bid themes that align with client requirements. Lead bid planning, ensuring timelines and deadlines are met. Collaborate with key stakeholders such as Estimators, Planners, and Design Managers to ensure a comprehensive and competitive bid. Produce high-quality written content for bids and presentations. Ensure bids reflect Wates’ commitment to quality, sustainability, and health and safety standards. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: To excel in this role, you need to have a comprehensive understanding of bid management and production, along with a solid grasp of the construction industry, pricing, and costing. You should be well-versed in best practices within the field. Your skills in project management, bid strategy, production, and process are crucial. You must be an excellent communicator, capable of effectively engaging both internal and external stakeholders. Strong negotiation and presentation skills are essential, as is the ability to conduct thorough risk analysis. Additionally, you should possess strong people and team management abilities to lead and coordinate effectively. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/ We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group. If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies, discuss career opportunities in strict confidence or need anything to make our recruitment process easier, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly or via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible. As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Proposals Manager

Are you a bidding professional ready to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Proposals Manager to join our growing bid team for the Southern region, with offices in Basingstoke and Leatherhead. This role places a strong emphasis on high-quality bid writing and coordination.As a Proposals Manager, you’ll craft persuasive, creative, and focused responses for a range of bid opportunities—including PQQs, tenders, presentations, and other quality-related activities. Your work will ensure our submissions are compelling, compliant, and aligned with Wates’ brand and values.As a Proposals Manager, you will: Collaborate with the Senior Proposals Manager and wider team to develop responses that are clear, engaging, and highlight the benefits of our offer. Create structured answer plans for each question, allocate writing responsibilities, and support the development of high-quality content. Lead workshops and meetings to gather insights and share knowledge across the team. Shape strategies for responding to quality questions, ensuring alignment with client priorities and Wates’ values. Bring creativity to every submission, ensuring each one is visually and narratively compelling. Monitor and communicate relevant market and competitor intelligence to inform bid strategy. Use tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign) and Microsoft Office to produce polished, professional documents. Review responses for consistency in messaging, tone, and use of key phrases and themes. Liaise with internal stakeholders to ensure access to accurate and up-to-date company information, including structure, financials, and safety statistics. Support business development with presentations, brochures, and marketing materials. Be a proactive, enthusiastic team player with a passion for winning bids.WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… One of the best learning and development programmes which is customizable to support your career progression goals. (c.7000 training sessions delivered year to date across the WATES Group) Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.

Mobilisation Project Manager

📢 We're Hiring: Mobilisation Project Manager (6 Month FTC)📍 Location: Finsbury Park🏢 Business Unit: WPSWe have a rewarding opportunity for a Mobilisation Project Manager to join our WPS team! If you're passionate about driving change, delivering excellence, and making a real impact—this could be your next move. 🚀🔍 What You’ll Be DoingAs our Mobilisation Project Manager, you’ll lead the charge on mobilisation projects and business transformation initiatives. Your mission? To ensure smooth transitions, deliver programme outcomes, and embed change across the business.🧩 Key Responsibilities: ✅ Deliver mobilisation projects to a high standard, on time, and to client satisfaction 🗂️ Plan, design, and own mobilisation plans through to handover 🔄 Continuously refine and implement business processes 🔧 Manage the transition of business change into operational areas 🎯 Ensure delivery of programme outcomes and benefits 🔄 Lead change management activities across the business ⚠️ Oversee operational risk and develop mitigation plans 📊 Conduct post-project evaluations and close-off👤 What We’re Looking ForWe’re after a qualified, experienced, and professional Mobilisation Project Manager with a solid understanding of: 🛠️ Responsive and Planned Maintenance 🏗️ Facilities Management (FM) worksYou’ll be a strong communicator with a positive, engaging approach—someone who can support and educate the business through change. 💬✨Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting 📣 Once you apply one of the Recruitment Team will be in contact to discuss the role in more detail and advise of the next step.

Senior Estimator

Senior Estimator – London (Finsbury)As part of our strategic growth, we’re looking for a Senior Estimator to join our WPS team based in Finsbury, London. This is a high-impact role where you’ll lead the preparation of multi-million-pound tenders, helping us secure profitable work and shape the future of our Estimating function.You’ll be working at the heart of our WPS Housing Maintenance operations, with a strong focus on responsive repairs, voids maintenance, and compliance. Your understanding of commercial models such as Price per Property, Schedule of Rates, and Price per Repair will be key to developing competitive and efficient proposals.Key Responsibilities Interpret ITT documents to identify risks, opportunities, and submission requirements. Lead the preparation and submission of tenders, ensuring compliance with internal processes. Present commercial proposals at key tender meetings and engage with senior stakeholders across the business. Collaborate with Operational and Commercial leads to develop innovative delivery solutions. Determine the most cost-effective proposals using labour analysis, subcontractor quotations, and delivery models. Populate client pricing documents accurately and on time. Line manage and mentor a team of two Estimators.What We’re Looking ForYou’ll be a confident communicator and strategic thinker with a strong commercial mindset. Your CV should demonstrate: Proven experience in the housing maintenance sector, particularly in responsive and voids workstreams. A solid grasp of bid tactics and pricing strategies across various commercial models. The ability to lead, influence, and inspire a team.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting One of the Recruitment Team will be in contact to discuss the role in more detail and advise of the next step.